Bollywood Bound!
The 8th Annual Circle of Light Gala, November 19, 2009
Bollywood films are known for pop music and exuberant
dance scenes featuring scores of dancers dressed in
dazzling Indian costumes. This years Circle of Light Gala
will capture this lively atmosphere with exotic décor and
Bollywood-style entertainment.
The Circle of Light Gala is always an unforgettable
evening of fine wine, gourmet cuisine, and breathtaking
entertainment. This black tie affair takes place underneath
the stars in Marion Square with Charleston's premier chefs
showing off their culinary talents. Best of all, the event
raises hundreds of thousands of dollars to prevent child
sexual abuse. It's this town's event to see and the place
to be seen!
Ticket Information:
Gala tickets for general seating are $300 each.
Preferred seating tickets (you select your chef)
are available on a limited basis for $400 each.
Reserve a table for (8) for $2,400.
Corporate tables with VIP parking, a program book ad,
best-in-house seating and chef choice are available
for $5,000.
To reserve your seats or a full table, please
register here or
go to
www.darkness2light.org
or contact us at 843-965-5444,
extension 30, or aputnam@D2L.org.
The Circle of Light Gala continues its trek around the world by making a stop at the Taj Mahal and Indian ports of call. On Thursday, November 19, 2009, Marion Square transforms into a full-blown Bollywood production, as Darkness to Light hosts its 7th annual fundraising gala in downtown Charleston.
This glamorous evening begins with a cocktail party at 6:30 with specialty drinks for guests arriving in the port of Mumbia, formally known as Bombay. Guests will enjoy a silent auction and entertainment. Street vendors, henna artists and exotic performers will engage guests in high energy acts.
Sponsors and Zenith Club members will arrive in rickshaws from their VIP parking area.
Charleston's most talented and generous chefs will prepare dinner
for 630 guests under the main event tent. Once again, PDA's spectacular
visual displays and Soiree's breathtaking décor will transport guests
three-thousand miles away from Charleston.
The night features traditional
Indian music and dancers. The dinner hour ends with a high spirit
performance by belly dancers.
Guests will place their bid on the many luxurious live auction items including vacations to Cabo San Lucas, Montana and Saint Marteen.
Golf lovers will vie for the golf package that includes rounds at the top private courses in the area, including Briar Creek and Bull’s Bay.
Following dinner and the conclusion of the live auction, the evening kicks into full party mode as our Bollywood dancers take the floor to kick the party up to the next level.
Our favorite DJ returns from last year’s successful Studio 54 after party. DJ C. Nile promises to take the Bollywood theme on a nightlong ride of fun.
The Circle of Light Gala would not be possible without the support of PDA, Soiree, Snyder Rentals, CNN, and Southern Wine & Spirits of South Carolina and Perrier Jouet.
Darkness to Light also extends their gratitude to 39 Rue de Jean, Charleston Grill, COAST, Fat Hen, Wild Olive, Hanks Seafood, Peninsula Grill, FIG, Grill 225, j.b.c, Halls Chophouse, Langdon's Restaurant and Wine Bar, McCrady's, MUSE Restaurant and Wine Bar, Oak Steakhouse, The Ocean Room, Sea Island Grill, Tristan, Wentworth Grill, Virginia's on King.
Over the past seven years, the Circle of Light Gala has raised over 2 million dollars towards Darkness to Light's mission. This national nonprofit organization educates adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. They are now serving communities in 48 states and 9 countries.
For more information on the Gala or Darkness to Light, please contact Rebecca Gosnell at bgosnell@D2L.org or call 843-965-5444 ext 21.
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